HADLEY – Hadley police were involved in a high-speed chance that ended with the motorist striking a utility pole early this morning, according to the police Facebook page.

Police report that Amherst police were attempting to stop the vehicle that continued through Hadley at speeds of more than 100 miles per hour until it struck a utility pole at Russell and West streets. The lone occupant, a 20 year-old male from Holyoke, was transported to Baystate Medical Center in Springfield for treatment, according to the Facebook page.

Acting Police Chief Damion Shanley said the call came in from Amherst at 3:53 a.m. The vehicle crossed over the line and struck the pole near Esselon. He said police are not releasing his name until they are sure family have been notified.

Criminal charges will be issued from Hadley Police and Amherst Police. Charges will include: operating with a revoked license, speeding, marked lanes, failing to stop for a stop sign/red light, refusing to stop for a police officer and operating to endanger. Northampton Police were also on scene to assist, according to the Facebook page.